Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Comparison – Which dog is better Husky-Lab or Kangal Shepherd Dog?

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Name	Labrador Husky	Kangal Dog
Origins	Canada	Turkey
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Labrador Husky and Kangal Dog. What other names are these breeds known by?	Husky-Lab	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Labrador Husky and a Kangal Dog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Labrador Husky and a Kangal Dog. Which breed is heavier?	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Husky or Kangal Dog? Is a Labrador Husky taller than a Kangal Dog?	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	24 inches (61 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Labrador Husky and a Kangal Dog. Which breed costs more?	$400-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Husky or Kangal Dog?	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare training requirements.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare alertness levels.	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare territorial behaviors.	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Labrador Husky and a Kangal Dog. How do their temperaments differ?	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog?	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog social needs comparison:	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog?	Labrador Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Labrador Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare play drive and energy.	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Labrador Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Husky or Kangal Dog?	Labrador Husky dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Labrador Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Labrador Husky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare average lifespans.	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Labrador Husky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Labrador Husky and a Kangal Dog. Which breed is healthier?	The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog?	Average The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog health problems comparison:	No data available	Fatty Tumors

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare activity levels.	Labrador Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Husky or Kangal Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Husky or Kangal Dog?	Labrador Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare daily food needs.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Labrador Husky and Kangal Dog? Compare breed colors.	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey	Black Gray Cream
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare drooling amounts.	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Labrador Husky and a Kangal Dog? Compare fur types.	Thick Double	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Husky or Kangal Dog? Do Labrador Husky dogs shed more than Kangal Dog dogs?	Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare kid-friendliness.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Husky dogs are generally with other pets.	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Husky or Kangal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Husky or Kangal Dog?	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Husky or Kangal Dog? Can a Labrador Husky and a Kangal Dog be friends? Do Labrador Husky dogs get along with Kangal Dog dogs?	Labrador Husky dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog?	Yes Labrador Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labrador Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Labrador Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Labrador Husky or a Kangal Dog? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Labrador Husky and Kangal Dog. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Labrador Husky and Kangal Dog. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Labrador Husky and Kangal Dog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Labrador Husky and Kangal Dog. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Labrador Husky vs Kangal Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Labrador Husky and Kangal Dog. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Labrador Husky and Kangal Dog. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Labrador Husky and Kangal Dog. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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